The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire the skills, knowledge, and competence to work independently and under supervision in an administrative role in a range of business contexts and/or to progress to further and or higher education and training. The course provides a combination of business and IT related subjects including; Business administration skills, Bookkeeping and Payroll, Spreadsheets, Word Processing and Digital Presentation Skills. By the end of the course students will be able to demonstrate a broad range of specialised knowledge applicable to business administration in a range of sectors. T

This three-year, full-time, honours degree will provide you with the training necessary to become a professional actor.

This intensive practice-based degree in acting is taught through a series of skills based courses in acting technique, voice, movement, and singing which form the core subjects. Learning is also complemented by classes in Dramaturgy and Text Analysis.

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This highly practical QQI Level 5 Acting & Theatre Performance course provides comprehensive training to develop elite acting techniques and stage skills for careers across theatre, television, and film. The curriculum seamlessly balances academic insight with rigorous performance experience, using continuous live productions as a primary assessment method. Distinctive features of the program include screen acting collaborations on short films and music videos with film students, guest speaker workshops, and regular public mainstage productions held in Galway's premier professional spaces, such as Druid’s Mick Lally Theatre.

This course is perfect for those who are both inquisitive about a future career in acting and those who simply want to challenge themselves by stretching their creative muscles.

This foundation course is aimed primarily at school leavers who are interested in preparing themselves for three-year actor training at conservatoire level, either at The Lir or a similar academy. With an additional focus on broadening students’ reading and understanding of plays and theatre history, it also prepares students for broader drama degrees and related areas of study and work.

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As this is only a one year course, it does not attract government funding. All students offered places on the foundation course are required to fund both the annual fee and all living costs privately.

This course offers a practical exploration of acting for theatre, film, and television, covering core techniques like Stanislavski, Meisner, and Hagen. Students develop essential skills in physical movement, voice, improvisation, and devising, while gaining on-camera experience through local film projects. The program provides a strong foundation for professional auditions and progression into prestigious drama schools like The Lir and RADA.

Studying UCD Actuarial & Financial Studies (BAFS) degree requires a multidisciplinary education in fields such as mathematics, economics, finance, statistics, risk management and professionalism. It takes a combination of strong analytical skills, business knowledge and understanding of human behaviour to design and manage programmes that control risk and guarantee sufficient funds for the insurance and pension sectors. Actuaries have traditionally worked mostly in the insurance and pensions industries but are increasingly moving into wider fields, where they can employ their range of skills. The course also opens up options to work in finance, investment and trading.

Actuarial Mathematics could be the perfect course for you. It’s accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, UK, meaning you may be exempt from some of the exams needed to qualify as an actuary in Ireland and the UK.

Before you embark on learning essential actuarial knowledge and theories, you’ll be given solid mathematical training. In your first two years, you’ll study the fundamental mathematical principles that underpin the actuarial and financial models covered in later years. You’ll also study computer programming, economics and accounting.

The BSc Actuarial Science and Risk Management programme has been designed by qualified actuaries to enable students to develop the theoretical and practical skills required to pursue a career as an actuary in the pensions and insurance sectors, or in the wider financial industry.

In addition, students may gain up to six exemptions from the initial technical professional exams required to qualify as an actuary via our accreditation agreement with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.

The program provides an exploration of addiction, focusing on alcohol, drugs, gambling, and gaming. It covers:

• Trends in Drug Use in Ireland and Local Communities: Learn about current patterns and how they are changing.
• Key Agencies and Responses: Discover national and local organisations that help with addiction, their strategies, and support for individuals and families.
• The Brain and Addiction: Understand how addiction impacts the brain and psychological factors that contribute to it.
• This program is a great resource for those looking to understand addiction and its effects on people and communities.

This one-year full time course has been developed to equip the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to work independently or in a supervisory capacity in an administrative role in the private, public or voluntary sector and or to progress to higher education or training.

The course in Administration and IT for Business is designed for those who wish to gain advanced skills in office administration, IT skills, payroll and book-keeping techniques. A wide range of computer packages are taught in line with the requirements of the modern office.

This course provide learners with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of information and communications technology and practical IT skills required in the performance of a broad range of administrative and organisational tasks. This course suits learners who want to acquire computer skills for the first time and learners who may have been in the work force before, but who now need to update and develop new skills. The course will build confidence and those who complete it will have gained improved communications and interpersonal skills. Participants will develop excellent keyboard, IT and accountancy skills and learn the basics of good business administration.

The course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and understanding of the business, computing, and financial environments. You’ll be challenged and rewarded with a programme that expands your horizons and prepares you for a fulfilling career in administration supervision.

The MAcc Advanced Accounting with Placement is an integrated undergraduate programme that combines undergraduate and Masters-level study in one four-year course.

The MAcc programme prepares students for a career in the accountancy profession. It contains lots of practical content, engagement with local employers and a work-based placement.

Gain the skills to succeed in today’s dynamic office environments. This programme prepares learners to work independently or in a supervisory role across the private, public, and voluntary sectors. Graduates will be ready to take on administrative responsibilities with confidence, or progress to higher education and advanced training.

The aim of this programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work independently and/or in a management or supervisory role within animal related industries.

Applicants with a passion for working with animals, a willingness to work hard and a commitment to study. You will be responsible for securing an appropriate off-site work placement before the beginning of the course. This Level 6 course is directed more at employment/setting up your own business.

This course meets the needs of students who wish to develop a portfolio of valuable skills, for example: Architectural Drawing, CAD2D and 3D, Architectural Model Making and Design. These skills will equip students to find employment in the architectural, engineering and design sectors and/or also to progress to third level colleges. Students achieve a level of competence and confidence in their skills in order to maximise their abilities and potential for the future.

The overall aim of the Advanced Art & Design programme is to provide the student with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work independently in a fine art/design context or to progress to higher education and training. This course is designed for those who want to develop a professional practice in the visual arts.

This course will enable students to work with world-renowned professional skincare and body products, such as Yonka, to develop practical expertise in a range of treatments. Students will complete case studies on guest clients for each module, performing treatments such as body massage and figure analysis, microdermabrasion, IPL, radiofrequency, microneedling and learning correct use of body electrical machines. 

As part of this Beauty Aesthetics and Body Treatments course, students actively design, set up and participate in the Institute’s commercial salon, which runs on a weekly basis. This experience empowers the students, building their confidence to make the transition to professional beauty therapist. 

The Advanced Beauty Therapies program at Dublin College Blackrock (formerly BFEI) is an elite, multi-accredited course designed for qualified therapists who want to reach the pinnacle of the industry. This program elevates your existing skills to the highest international standards through prestigious CIDESCO and ITEC certifications. As a Dermalogica College of Excellence, the college provides students with hands-on experience using state-of-the-art technology and premium brands like Image and Matis. From advanced clinical aesthetics to luxury spa treatments, this course transforms practitioners into high-level experts capable of working in the world's most exclusive wellness environments.

This advanced beauty therapy course is ideal for students who wish to advance their current beauty qualifications and further their career within the beauty Industry. We offer students an ideal opportunity to train to the highest standard for Level 4 ITEC Qualifications.

Students who are interested in postgraduate qualifications and CPD may also apply.

This is a full time course including practical and theoretical training in aspects of Beauty & Body Therapy. This course leads to internationally recognised qualifications. Students regularly receive awards at National and International Level, opening up a wide range of employment opportunities worldwide.

Are you you looking to further your career in the beauty industry? The Advanced Beauty Therapy course at Cathal Brugha FET offers highly specialised skin-care and body treatments including Microdermabrasion and Laser / IPL therapy. We also provide training in Holistic Therapies, such as Indian Head Massage and Holistic Body Massage.

This Beauty course is ideal for students who wish to advance their current Beauty Qualifications and further their career within the Beauty Industry. Cathal Brugha FET, also provides in-house workshops for advanced facial treatments, such as, the IPL Skin Rejuvenation and Dermalogica Skincare.

This course is a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate and is a progression course for any student who already has a QQI Level 5 Certificate or equivalent and for mature students who may have industry experience.

The course covers a wide range of business subjects and gives students a very strong foundation in management, marketing, sales, finance, law and economics. The course is designed to maximise the advanced-entry options to a range of degree programmes across our partner, higher-education colleges in Dublin. Small classes, a student-first focus, experienced teachers, low registration fees and great progression and employment opportunities make this level 6 course a great option.

This course is suitable for those who wish to use advanced business and IT skills to maximise their employability in a twenty-first century work environment or who wish to progress to higher level studies.

Emphasising hands-on learning, the programme provides real-world scenarios for students to apply their knowledge. This practical approach ensures that graduates are not only knowledgeable but also skilled in applying their expertise. The course seamlessly integrates IT skills into broader business strategies.

This advanced program is designed for students progressing from Level 5, focusing on high-level strategic marketing, business management, and financial oversight. It equips learners with the leadership skills and financial acumen necessary to manage business operations and drive organizational growth.

This program is designed for passionate creatives looking to elevate their artistic skills and establish a dedicated studio practice. The curriculum provides a comprehensive education bridging the worlds of ceramics and fine art, offering students a structured space to explore innovative methodologies and expand their technical fluencies in drawing, painting, and pottery.

Throughout the course, significant emphasis is placed on observational drawing and the iterative design process, encouraging learners to make deep conceptual and technical connections across all three mediums. Graduates emerge with a refined, cohesive portfolio and the independent studio confidence required to pursue higher education art degrees or launch professional careers as independent artists and craftspeople.

This Advanced Certificate course is suitable for those who have already successfully obtained a QQI Level 5 or equivalent qualification in Applied Social Studies or a relevant field of study. The course is designed to provide an understanding of the many roles of social care, to develop the learner’s knowledge and appreciation of the duties involved and skills required to work successfully in a social care setting. Some learners with potential for academic progression may select this as a route to Social Studies degree courses in Universities and Institutes of Technology.

This course is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in journalism, music, game design, visual arts, or creative multimedia. The program focuses deeply on documentary production, contemporary storytelling, soundscape creation for games and film, and advanced audio/visual technology exploration. Students are encouraged to experiment with digital platforms, mixed media, and modern communication channels to craft unique, immersive sensory experiences for their audiences.

Providing practical preparation for both immediate industry entrepreneurship—such as establishing an independent media production company—and advanced progression into third-level studies, this course serves as an exceptional launching pad for degrees in the humanities, film, broadcasting, research, and sound production.

This Advanced Certificate in Business Management and Accounting course is designed to equip learners with a portfolio of skills required in the financing, planning, marketing & management of a small business whilst also providing the necessary entry requirements for entry to Third level. Business Management students may have the opportunity to apply for a three-week Erasmus+ Placement during the academic year where they may work in a European business organisation. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.

This one year Business Management with PR and Digital Marketing course provides learners with essential skills in planning, finance, and leadership. It also focuses on public relations, helping learners build strong brands and communicate effectively, as well as digital marketing to engage audiences online. Practical projects improve creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. By the end of the course, learners will feel confident and ready for success in business or further education. This Course is designed to: Provide learners with essential business skills, including planning, financial management, and leadership. Develop expertise in public relations to build strong brand identities and communicate effectively.

The Advanced Childhood Early Learning & Care course seeks to extend students knowledge in theoretical approaches and provides learners with the skills needed to work as a room leader/supervisor in a childcare setting.

Graduates can progress to degree programmes at third level or progress directly into employment in the childcare sector.

This course will equip learners (who already hold a QQI Level 5 related award or equivalent) with a range of skills and knowledge to implement and deliver community development programmes in a structured and co-ordinated way. It also provides a gateway to further study at Level 7 or Level 8.

This course is designed to equip the learner with a high level of knowledge, skill and competence within a range of subjects related to the digital media and web design industry in which learners intend to seek employment or further study options in higher education. You will learn a wider range of areas in digital media production including: responsive web design, app design, digital film/video, digital sound, web animation and graphics, image processing and exploration of future technologies in the industry.

The aim of this one year full-time programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies required to work as an autonomous practitioner in an ELC setting and/or take responsibility for an area or room and co-ordinating the provision of a quality early learning and care environment.

Take your passion for working with young children to the next level with the QQI Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care, NFQ Level 6. Build on your level 5 qualifications and gain the skills and knowledge you need to excel in the ever-progressing field of ELC.

Building on your level 5 qualifications, the QQI Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care focuses on the holistic development and learning of the child. By taking a variety of modules, you’ll have the chance to further develop your knowledge, skills and competencies in the ELC sector, which can open up exciting opportunities for career progression.

The Early Learning and Care (Stage 2) course is designed to meet the needs of the growing childcare provision in Ireland and the Siolta Quality Framework and Aistear Curriculum. Many childcare settings are now seeking level 6 qualifications for their employees in line with the requirements of the ECCE scheme and new legislative requirements for the sector.

This is year 2 of the Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 6). Learners will be provided with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to supervise in a range of Early Years services for children aged 0-6 years. The learners will have acquired the knowledge, skills and competence to work as autonomous practitioners and to take responsibility for a room or area in an ELC setting. 

This Fashion Buying, Styling and Visual Merchandising course is the perfect opportunity to gain insider knowledge into the world of fashion from Styling to Fashion Buying, Fashion Promotion to Business Management including Event Management and Sales. This course enables learners to gain the knowledge, skills and expertise required for an exciting career in the fashion industry. Some of our past students are now enjoying careers as fashion stylists, fashion buyers and merchandisers. Students plan, prepare and participate in the annual GTI Fashion Showcase (fashion show and exhibition), a great example of GTI's projects for applied learning..

This is a second year fashion programme offered to students who complete QQI Level 5 Fashion Design. It allows the learner to advance their design, technical and creative skills. It gives the learner a stronger understanding of the fashion industry and provides them with the skills to succeed in the world of fashion. QQI Level 6 fashion has a greater emphasis on sewing and pattern making to facilitate learners who wish to establish their own business or label.

This Advanced Certificate course is for those who have already successfully completed a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Physiotherapy Assistant, Level 5 Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise or equivalent. This course is designed to support both academic advancement and immediate career entry. It prepares learners for progression to Further and Higher Education while also equipping those who wish to enter the workforce directly with the necessary skills.The programme involves practical and theoretical sport studies and sports massage techniques to prepare learners for a career in sports coaching, personal training, physiotherapy, and sports therapy.

This course equips graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the Accountancy or Financial Services sector. The ACCA qualification enjoys full international recognition which qualifies its members to work anywhere in the world.  All books and materials are supplied and this is included in your course fee. Students can sit the session CBEs in Rathmines College during the year.

This Advanced Fashion Industry Practice course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the practical and business skills needed by fashion stylists, fashion PAs, design and retail entrepreneurs, fashion journalists, buyers, merchandisers and retailers. Trend forecasting and a solid grounding in contemporary and historical fashion equip professionals with the sensitivity to judge the ‘look of the moment’ before it happens. Technical skills in business, buying, retailing, styling, and photo shoot/art direction taught on this course will make the graduate a highly skilled fashion industry employee. Learners can also develop work suitable for a portfolio application to third-level colleges.

This course at DFEi allows students to build upon their existing foundation and develop the advanced craftsmanship skills required for the furniture industry. Focusing on more complex designs, students achieve a higher level of precision through advanced hand skills and wood machining competencies. The program integrates modern manufacturing technologies, including CNC routing, to ensure graduates possess the technical and practical expertise necessary to secure employment in contemporary furniture making and design.

This course advances the student’s skills acquired in year 1 and builds and develops professional skills required to work in the industry. Students work with their clients in an open salon in the Institute as well as during their work experience module. This ensures that students will have developed the necessary employability skills to meet the needs of their clients in the hairdressing industry, from booking the appointment, providing the service and offering hair or product advice.

This course will facilitate the learner to explore supervisory roles within the Health Service with a view to reskilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas required for future employment. Learners will gain the knowledge and skills to apply a range of supervisory management concepts, theories and techniques to a supervisory management role in the provision of health services.

This course explores cutting-edge advancements in mobile systems, app development, wireless communication, and security. Gain hands-on experience with emerging technologies and mobile applications. This course is perfect for students with a QQI Level 5 looking to deepen their expertise in mobile computing and drive innovation in the tech industry.

This course is designed to equip the student with the relevant knowledge, skills and competence to work using a range of specialised skills in a professional kitchen.The course provides the student with an opportunity to obtain experience in a wide range of specialised areas such as food and beverage services, bakeries and busy restaurants, while gaining a sound general knowledge in areas needed to function in the hotel and catering environment.

This unique traineeship was developed in direct collaboration with industry-leading Irish companies specializing in post-production, visual effects (VFX), and animation. Designed to meet the demands of a rapidly growing sector, the program provides students with the technical and creative skills necessary to excel in modern media environments.This allows students to apply their training in real-world professional settings while spending the remainder of the program at BCFE mastering their craft.

This Level 6 course enables our Level 5 Computer Programming students to progress and develop their programming skills in C++, Java and Visual Studio 2010. Successful graduates from this course may attain advanced entry to second year Computer Science at DIT, ITT, NCI, ITB and Griffith College. The core areas of the Programming Course are Project Management, Windows Programming Programming, OOP (C++) and Software Management (Java ).

The purpose of this course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skill and competence, to design, promote and implement best practice in inclusive education in a range of contexts and settings and/or to progress to higher education and training.

In this course, students will develop specific skills in the area of advanced sports mas­sage techniques, learn to evalu­ate sports massage treatments and work with clients to carry out consultations and assess­ments and produce individual treatment plans. Other areas where students will gain valuable knowledge are in the areas of client care, health, communica­tions, safety and hygiene, all of which are essential for success in the sports massage therapy & Healthcare industry.

The BSc in Advanced Therapeutic Technologies fuses digital technology with traditional science. This science degree is focused on the latest scientific discoveries and goes beyond learning about each step of the drug lifecycle process as it layers in cutting-edge advanced therapeutic technologies and precision medicine – state-of-the-art individual treatments based on individual’s genes, environment and lifestyle.

This one year Level 6 award provides the learner with the opportunity to work at supervisory level in a variety of tourism related businesses, or to progress to further or higher education and training. Students will attend work placement on a block basis. One of the great benefits of work experience is that it can lead to a full-time job. Work placement is arranged within the tourism sector or business firms.

This course will enhance and further develop your skills and competencies needed to work as a Special Needs Assistant (SNA) in primary, post primary education and other care settings. You will learn about “disability” and how to support people in the workplace and school environment.

This programme has been designed in partnership with industry to meet the needs of the ‘Green Economy’, which reports have projected to be a major area of employment within the Irish economy. This broad-based level 7 degree programme emphasises the principles of construction and has a strong bias towards sustainable construction practices. It equips students with practical carpentry and joinery skills and an in-depth knowledge of sustainable building technologies and materials, including the retrofitting / refurbishment of existing dwellings to achieve a low carbon design and the construction of new low-energy buildings.

Are you the kind of person who LOVES being active outdoors, either hiking on low elevation trails or sailing, sea kayaking or windsurfing? Then the Adventure Education course in Kinsale is for you. This course will teach you how to sail and windsurf, drive a powerboat and paddle in a kayak on the river and sea. It allows you to become a Level 1 Kayaking Instructor, a Lowland Leader and a National Powerboat Certified Skipper, helping connect people to both coastal and forest environments. It will also give you the skills to pursue pathways toward both sailing and windsurfing instructorships after the course if you wish.

This programme has been designed to afford learners the opportunity to develop their creativity and marketing skills. This course is a stepping stone to various third level programmes or various fields of work including PR, Advertising, Marketing and Design.

In this course, developed with the aid of industry practitioners, you'll exercise your creativity in areas such as creating advertisements, organising and running events, running a marketing campaign, creating radio and video ads, crafting a digital marketing strategy, etc.

This programme aims to assist people with intellectual disability to take control of their lives by developing their knowledge and understanding of advocacy and leadership. It aims to develop participants’ ability to make choices based on their understanding of rights. The overarching aim of the programme is to enhance people’s independent living skills.

The Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) and Masters of Engineering (M.E.) programmes are 4 years and 5 years in duration, respectively. Both include an eight month period of Cooperative Education spent in an appropriate industrial environment. The course provides a broad and practical programme of study, which gives you a good understanding of aircraft design, aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, control, materials, avionics, business and maintenance, and enables you to work in all sectors of the aerospace industry.

Aerospace engineering covers the design and development of all types of aerial and space vehicles. Aerospace engineers bring concepts to reality by applying the principles of engineering to the design, manufacture and operation of highly-sophisticated technologies for use in aviation and space.

Engineers work as part of team using mathematical tools to predict the performance of these vehicles, and perform aerodynamic and structural analysis on evolving designs.

Aerospace Engineering is at the cutting edge of technology, understanding and applying scientific principles to the design, development and service of some of the most technologically advanced engineering products in the world, ranging from commercial aeroplanes and helicopters to spacecraft and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).

Aerospace engineers will be pivotal in addressing the future challenges of the aerospace industry related to the environment (e.g. minimising noise and pollution) and sustainability (e.g. alternative zero-carbon propulsion systems).

The course content is designed in collaboration with industry partners to meet the needs of the ever-evolving agri-food industry. Topics covered are contemporary and relevant both nationally and internationally. The lectures are supplemented with relevant examples, case studies, projects, assignments, site visits, web tools, and interactive media.

This programme will enable the learner to improve their knowledge and understanding of general business and to develop business skills, particularly as they apply to the rural enterprise and agri-business sector. The aim of the BB in Rural Enterprise and Agri-Business is to provide the learner with a business education that emphasises the importance of rural enterprise and agri business by developing an understanding of the theory, concepts and methods as well as the practical implementation of a range of skills and tools in these areas.

Agriculture, food production and environmental management are just a few of Irelands key industries, and gaining a degree in this area opens up a host of career options. This programme will enable the learner to improve their knowledge and understanding of general business and to develop business skills, particularly as they apply to the rural enterprise and agri-business sector.

The aim of the BB (Hons) in Rural Enterprise and Agri-Business is to provide the learner with a business education that emphasises the importance of rural enterprise and agri business by developing an understanding of the theory, concepts and methods as well as the practical implementation of a range of skills and tools in these areas.

Agri-Environmental Sciences programme is an applied science degree that will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in the fields of agriculture and environmental management. Through a combination of classroom learning, practical field experience, and professional work placements, you will gain a deep understanding of rural environmental issues, sustainable agriculture practices, and the policies and schemes that protect our natural resources.

If you have a particular interest in the design, manufacturing, operation and maintenance of agricultural machineries, then Agricultural Engineering is for you. Combining Agricultural Science and Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on power, this degree is designed to deliver high-quality engineers to the agricultural and agri-food industry.

This course provides students with education and training to work within the area of Agricultural Technology. The focus of this course is firmly on the provision of skilled technicians for the farm machinery industry in Ireland. Course content includes tractor engineering and workshop process, machinery operation, electrical and electronic technology, administration and management, engineering science and mathematics, engineering drawing and CAD and computer studies, project and industrial placement together with a high degree of personal and practical skills. Students will be taught a mix of technology, practical, academic, administrative and managerial modules which will prepare them to carry out complex diagnostics and repairs of modern machinery and to be receptive to future technological developments to take advantage of vacancies that will arise within the industry.

Agricultural engineering is a specialised branch of engineering, concerned with the design, manufacture, modification and maintenance of equipment used in agriculture. As a student of MTU’s highly regarded Agricultural Engineering programmes, you will work in state-of-the-art facilities and graduate with a degree that enjoys an excellent reputation in the industry.

Agricultural engineering is a specialised branch of engineering, concerned with the design, manufacture, modification and maintenance of equipment used in agriculture. As a student of MTU’s highly regarded agricultural engineering programmes, you will work in state-of-the-art facilities and graduate with a degree that enjoys an excellent reputation in the industry.

This programme has been designed to enable participants to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to under-stand mechanical principles applied to engines, machines, hand and power tools including focus, torque, pressure, power, horse-power, gears and belt speed and to be able to make compassion between diesel and petrol engines. On completion participants will be able to describe the component system associated with a tractor engine being able to assess a range of fuel, oil and grease lubrication and use hand and power tools for nuts and bolts. Carrying out a range of basic electrical maintenance and performing 50 hour and 500 hour service.

Agricultural mechanics are concerned with fault-finding, repair, overhaul and maintenance of farm tractors and farm machinery. These farm machines could include forage harvesters, balers, bale wrappers, mowers, combine harvesters, crop-sprayers, fertiliser distributors, diet feeders, tillage and slurry handling equipment.

Their skills overlap with those of other crafts within the motor family of crafts, therefore they are equipped to carry out some repair work on ATVs (All Terrain Vehicle– Quads), light and heavy commercial vehicles, earth moving equipment, forklift trucks and other vehicles. Besides the normal agricultural tractor and machinery garages, some large agricultural contracting firms employ their own agricultural mechanics. MTU is the only Technological University or Institute of Technology in the country which offers craft level apprenticeship courses in agricultural mechanics. Our facilities give apprentices a unique opportunity to experience the state-of-the-art technology currently being employed in the agricultural sector.

This course provides young people the knowledge and skills required for:

• Working in the farm machinery industry e.g., agricultural contractors, fabricators and machinery sales, etc
• Running an agricultural contracting business
• Transferring to Year 2 of the B Eng (Agriculture) in IT Tralee

Course content includes maintenance and repair of machinery, vehicle electrical principles, workshop practices, crop management and production equipment, farm vehicle maintenance, work practice, business management, business planning and information technology.

This course provides young people the knowledge and skills required for:

• Working in the farm machinery industry e.g., agricultural contractors, fabricators and machinery sales, etc
• Running an agricultural contracting business
• Transferring to Year 2 of the B Eng (Agriculture) in IT Tralee

Course content includes maintenance and repair of machinery, vehicle electrical principles, workshop practices, crop management and production equipment, farm vehicle maintenance, work practice, business management, business planning and information technology.

This course provides young people the knowledge and skills required for:

• Working in the farm machinery industry e.g., agricultural contractors, fabricators and machinery sales, etc
• Running an agricultural contracting business
• Transferring to Year 2 of the B Eng (Agriculture) in IT Tralee

Course content includes maintenance and repair of machinery, vehicle electrical principles, workshop practices, crop management and production equipment, farm vehicle maintenance, work practice, business management, business planning and information technology.

This course provides young people the knowledge and skills required for:

• Working in the farm machinery industry e.g., agricultural contractors, fabricators and machinery sales, etc
• Running an agricultural contracting business
• Transferring to Year 2 of the B Eng (Agriculture) in IT Tralee

Course content includes maintenance and repair of machinery, vehicle electrical principles, workshop practices, crop management and production equipment, farm vehicle maintenance, work practice, business management, business planning and information technology.

This programme provides students with education and training to work within the area of Agricultural Technology. The focus of this programme is firmly on the provision of skilled technicians for the farm machinery industry in Ireland. 

The subject matter includes tractor engineering and workshop process, machinery operation, electrical and electronic technology, administration and management, engineering science and mathematics, engineering drawing and CAD and computer studies, project and industrial placement together with a high degree of personal and practical skills. 

The purpose of the course is to prepare students for a career in the areas of agricultural science and agri-business. Graduates will have a strong background in the areas of science, food, agriculture, the environment, business and quality assurance.

Self-management, team working, business awareness, problem solving, land management and communication are all areas which will be strongly incorporated into the main core of this level 8 programme.

Agricultural science is the application of science and business to the primary production of quality food and ecosystem services. Agriculture is a huge growth industry, both in Ireland and internationally, and remains vital to the country’s economic development.

Potential candidates interested in pursuing a career in the agri-food industry today, need to apply scientific knowledge to sustainable farm management. This helps to ensure that the range of agricultural activities – environmental awareness, food safety, animal welfare, advancements of agri-food technology and contemporary scientific knowledge are considered in the context of sustainable animal and crop production.

Agricultural science is the application of science and business to the primary production of quality food and ecosystem services. Agriculture is a huge growth industry, both in Ireland and internationally, and remains vital to the country’s economic development.

Potential candidates interested in pursuing a career in the agri-food industry today, need to apply scientific knowledge to sustainable farm management. This helps to ensure that the range of agricultural activities – environmental awareness, food safety, animal welfare, advancements of Agri-Food technology and contemporary scientific knowledge are considered in the context of sustainable animal and crop production.